gyrus
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C2
/ˈdʒaɪrəs/
brain ridge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gyrus' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'gyrós' (Greek γῦρος), where 'gyrós' meant 'circle' or 'ring'.
Historical Evolution
'gyrus' changed from Latin and medieval Latin word 'gyrus' and eventually became the modern English word 'gyrus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'circle' or 'ring', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a ridge on the surface of the brain'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a ridge or raised fold on the surface of the brain (cerebral cortex), lying between adjacent sulci.
The precentral gyrus lies just anterior to the central sulcus.
Synonyms
Antonyms
sulcus
Last updated: 2025/10/19 13:52